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Dialogs and Plays. 

A CORKER IN HEARTS. By Edna Randolph Worrell. Parlor play for 4 young meg 

Bad 1 lady, or 5 men. Very amusing. All the lovers propose to the earns girt Rich 
humor: pleasing situations. Excellent for any time. 25 minutes. 15 cents. 

A DAY AT HAPPY HOLLOW SCHOOL. By Lettie Cook VauDerveer. 
A new play of the "Deestrick Skule" type. Up-to-date wit and clever 
drolleries. A city automobile party In contrast with rural youngsters. Lots 
of fun. Songs, etc., may bo Introduced. A Capital play to make money 
for church or school. 25 cents. 

A GOOSE ANI> SOME GEESE. By Eleanor Stlneheomb. A Jolly Mother 
Goose play with a Tery pointed climax, For i girls and 7 boys. Time, 
15 minutes. 15 cents. 

A HALLOWE'EN ADVENTURE. A lively play, by Effle Louise Koogle. 
Full of ghostly excitement and spooky frolic. Specially suited for social 
(occasions. 8 males and 8 females, or more. 3 scenes. 1 hour. 15 cents. 
A LITTLE HEROINE OF THE REVOLUTION. A play for all ages. 
By Elizabeth F. Guptill. A little girl is sent ostensibly to play with a _ 
friend, but really to carry a message to General Marion. She Is captured by the British, 
tut by her cleverness deceives them, and reaches her destination. Full of historic interest, 
10 males. 5 females. More boys may be added as soldiers, if desired. 25 cents. 

AL MARTIN'S COUNTRY. STORE. A burlesque for from 15 to 30 par- 
ticipants, by Archibald Humboldt and Martelle Everett. Unsurpassed for 
merriment, taking qualities and ease of production. A country store with 
all Its peculiar environments Is depicted. The loafers, the small cus- 
tomers, the gosslpers, the lovers, the innocent fun makers, all have parts. 
There Is a graceful plot that gathers interest as the play proceeds and 
culminates in a brilliant climax. Unquestionably the greatest success as a 
popular entertainment. 25 cents. 

CONTEST OF THE NATIONS, THE. A spectacular play or cantata.' 
by Elizabeth F. Guptill. The Goddess of Liberty and 12 nations competer 
for the laurel crown. It embraces a fine march ; splendid songs by Archi- 
bald Humboldt. Very effective, 13 ladies. 25 cents. 
CABBAGE HILL SCHOOL. A humorous play for children or youns 
people, by Elizabeth F. Guptill. Presents the trials of a new "skewl-r= 
nijtrm" on the opening day, and the performances of the pupils in the 
presence of august visitors on dosing day. A veritable mirth-provoker. 
■ Full of the richest humor. 10 males, 16 female characters (or less). 25c. 
CROWNING THE MAY QUEEN. A spectacular play by Elizabeth F. 
I Guptill. Children go Maying, select and crown a queen, wind the Maypole, 
and have a merry time. The frolic Is quickly changed to great excitement by 
the appearance of a gypsy, who attempts to abduct them. A very clever 
plot and a happy arrangement. 9 boys 'and 8 girls, or 17 girls. 25 cents. 
! CUPID'S JOKE. A charming little drama in which Cupid plays an 
Important part. A splendid society play for St. Valentine's Day, or any 
r.oclal occasion. 5 male and 5 female characters, and Cupid. 3 scenes, 
45 minutes. By Effle Louise Koogle. 15 cents. 

DIALOGS FOR ANY TIME, ORIGINAL. By Elizabeth P. Guptill. Interesting an* 
•musing. May be given in any room with very few property requirements, by primary and 
Intermediate grades. The author's name Is a guarantee of their excellence. They ara 
•witty, spicy and lively. 25 cents. 

DISPELLING OF BIG JIM, THE. A negro farce in one act. bv Sterling C. Brewer. 
Decidedly humorous. Big Jim is being tried by the officials of Big Bethel Church for 
eome misdemeanor. The trial is full of interesting occurrences and culminates in an exciting 
event. Full of darky humor. 8 male characters. 30 minutes. 15 cents. 
DOCTOR AND PATIENT. By John M. Drake. 2 male characters. Very funny. 6e. 
DOIG'S EXCELLENT DIALOGS. By Agnes M. Dolg. Contains four excellent dialogs 
tor the primary grades. "Keeping Store," 3 girls, 1 boy. "Guessing," 3 girls, J* boys. 
"Playing School." 4 boys, 4 girls. "Christmas Eve," 3 girls, 2 boys. 10 cents. 
DOLL DIALOG. This is a very instructive dialog for 4 little girls. 5 cents. 
DOLLY SHOW, THE. A dialog in rhvme for 7 little girls and 2 boys. The girls har* 
a baby show with their dollies, and each "mother" shows her baby off to the best advantage; 
The judge is unusually wise, awarding the prize to the satisfaction of each one. The sayings 
of the little ones are cute, and the whole performance n groat success. 15 cents. 

DOLLS' SYMPOSIUM, THE. A most unique and captivating play, by Elizabeth 
F. Guptill. It combines spicy dialog, fascinating drills, clovor 
burlesque, entrancing songs and cunning antics. Children imper- 
sonate the dolls and do the most amusing stunts. Unequaled as sv 
surprising fun maker. For any number from 16 to 60. One-half 
to one and one-half hours, as desired. 25 cents. 

GOING TO MEET AUNT HATTIE. A dialog by Mrs. Hunt. Fop 
1 male and 3 female characters. 6 cents. 

THE GOLDEN GOBLET. An exceedingly clever farce, with female 
cast, for Bachelor Girls' and Women's Clubs, Sororities, etc, by Louisa 
Rand Bascom, author of "The Masonic Ring.' Uproariously funny with 
absurd situations and comical elaborations. A "hit" for any occasion. 
Easy to produce. Any number of characters, but 12 required. 1 hr. 35c 
HEIR OF MT. VERNON, THE. A Colonial Society Play for any 
occasion, in which Washington's social life, sterling manhood and cour- 
teous manners are portrayed. In one scene Christmas is celebrated in 
rare plantation style. Lively with old plantation melodies and pranks. 
By Effle Louise Koogle. For grammar grades or adults. 4 scenes, 8 boyg 
and 8 girls, or more will be better. 1 to 2 hoors. 25 cents. 

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Taking the Census 



A Farce 



By 



ELIZABETH F. GUPTILL 



Price 10 Cents 



All Rights Reserved, Amateur Performance Permitted 




265 West 36th Street, New York 14 W. Washington Street, Chicago 



Copyright IQI4 by Tullar-Meredith Co. 
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TMP96-0G7G49 



JUN 26 1915 

^CI.A406458 



Taking the Census 



Characters 

Mr. Cole, the Census Taker. Mrs. Almira Johnson, a "Cullud Lady." 
Alexander Johnson, her Young Son. 

SCENE 

Mrs. Johnson's home. Mrs. Johnson winding yarn which Alexander holds 
for her. 



Mrs. J. Now yo' jes' stop yo' wiggliu', Alexandah, caze yo' got to hole 
dis yahn till yo' mammy git it all winded up in a big hall fo' to knit yo' 
win tab. stockin's wiv. Keep it straight, now. No, don't straitch is so! 
Jes' hole it easy. 

Alex. But mah ahms is tialid, Mammy, an' mah han's ache. 

Mrs. J. Dat don' make a bit o' diffunce. Yo' hole dat ar yahn good. 
Does yo' heah? 

Alex. Caiut I hole it bimeby, an' res' a while now, Mammy? 

Mammy. No, yo' caint! Yo' jes' want to git out an' play baseball wiv 
dem no-couut white chilluns. I don' want yo' should 'sociate wiv sech 
trash. Sit up, does yo' heah? 

Alex. Yaas, but 

Mrs. J. (Getting a switch from the corner,) Alexandah Xerxes 
Napoleon Washin'ton Johnsing, does yo' see dat switch? 

Alex. I'm a-holdiu' it, Mammy. I'm a-holdin' it good. 

Mammy. Yo' jes keep on a-holdin' it good, an' don' yo' fuss no moah. (A 
loud rap is heard.) Mali goodness, who dat? (She walks to door, still wind- 
ing yarn, and opens it.) 

Mr C. Good afternoon, Madam. 

Mrs. J. Good aftahnoon, sah. Will yo' walk in? 

Mr. C. Thank you, I will. I have here the census report blanks and I 
am taking the census. 



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Mrs. J. We-all hasn't no moah senses dan we needs, ouah selves, sah, 

an' we don' p'etend dat we has. 

Mr. C. I mean I am taking the vital statistics, Madam. 

Mrs. J. Vital stickses! Yo' caitit steal no wood here, an' yo' caint 

puffo'm no snhgiclaopahrations, needah. My vitals is inside o' me, an' dare 

dey am a-gwine to merain. Does yo' heah? We-all don' need no suhgeons, 

'tall. No, yo' needn't stayah at dat boy. Yo' caint speriment wiv his 

insides. 

Mr. C. But I am not a surgeon, Madam. I am the census man. 

Mrs. J. Yo' suttinly am a senseless man, but don' try any capers heah, 
fo' nmh eyes is on yo', an' de carbin' knife am mighty handy. Alexandah, 
yo' drap dat yahn, and go find a p'licemans. Tell him we-all has got a 
luniac heah. Hump yo'se'f, now, whilst I watch him. (Exit Alex.) 

Mr, C. (Calling.) Come back here, boy. It's all right. 

Mrs. J. (Calling) (Jo 'long dare, yo' heah me? (To Mr. C.) Now yo' 
sit down an' keep still, an' dar shan't nuffin huht yo'. But don' yo' come 
a 'step nigh ah. 

Mr. C. I assure you, Madam, you are mistaken. I only want to ask a 
few questious, and write down your answers. 

Mrs. J. Dat's all right. Might as well 'muse yo'se'f dat way as any 
odah. What yo' tink yo' wan' to know? 

Mr. C. (Opening book.) What is your husband's name? 

Mrs. J. Gawge Washin'ton Pompey Caesar Johnsing. 

Mr. C. Born? 

Mrs. J. Co'se he warbohn! Yo' don' t'ink he growed on a melon vine, 
does yer? 

Mr. C. I mean, where and when was he born? 

Mrs, J. In his daddy's cabin, in wa ermillion time. 

Mr, C. Where was his daddy's cabin? 

Mrs, "J. In de quah talis, on ole Massa Johnsing's place, down in Souf 

Ca'liny, 

Mr. C. Before the war? 

Mrs, J, Shuah, De yeah dey took Fort Sumter. I disremembah de 
nurnbah. 

Mr. C. '61, What is his occupation? 

Mrs. J. Why I isn't quite shuah, not to be sartin, sah. I t'ink he's a 
bandmastah, but he may be jus' a coalheavah. 

Mr. C. But they are not at all alike. Where does he work? 

Mrs. J. Dat's jes' it, sah. Ef I knowed dat, I'd know what he done be 
doin'. 



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Mr. C. But doesn't he ever say? 

Mrs. J. He nebah has, sah, not one bressed wohd, dough I'm a savin' up 
to go to a mid-dle-um some day, and den I know. 

Mr. C. A middle-um? 

Mrs. J, Jes' so. One ob dese yer hoodoo womaus what conjer an call 
up de lia'nts to speak to dare folkses. 

Mr. 0. Oh, a medium! Then your husband is dead? 

Mrs. J. He am dat. 

Mr. C. How long? 

Mrs. J. 'Bout fibe foot eight, sah. 

Mr. C. I mean, how long has he been dead? 

Mrs. J. Las' wintah, sah, jes' arter Cliris'mus. 

(Enter Alexander, alone. He has been running.) 

Alex. De p'liceinans say dat it all right, Mammy. De gubmint sent 
him, an' yo' mus' answer what he ax yo' to. 

Mrs. J. He's drefful 'quis'tive, but if de Pres'diut send him, we-all mus' 
put up wiv him, I spec'. 

Mr. C. What is your name? 

Mrs. J. Missus Johnsing, ob co'se. 

Mr. C. What was your maiden name? (She looks puzzled.) I mean 
before you were married. 

Mrs. J. Oh, I war Miss Birdie Apple-Blossom. I war de bell ob de 
ball when I war a gal. 

Mr. C. And where were you born? 

Mrs. J In de no'f, sah, in Philadelphy, de yeah Mars Aberaham Lincum 
made de darkies free. Dat nex' summah, sail. 

Mr. C. What is your occupation? 

Mrs. J. Ise a laundry lady, sah a do-uppah. I does up de ladies' 

fine t'ings laces, and lingry and sech. 

Mr. C. How many children? 

Mrs. J. 'Leben, sah. Dars Gawge Washin'ton Pompey Caesah, named 

f<>' his daddy he's dnid; an' dars Celia Agnes Rosabelle,' she am 

mah'ied, an' hbes in Virginny. Den dar am Thucydides Plato an' Aristides 
Pluto, de twins. Dey wo'k in a bah-bah shop in Newark, an' Thomas 
Jefferson Jackson, he am a bell boy in a, hotel in Washin'ton, an' Lily 
Pearl Beryl, she am a lady's maid, an' trabels obah Ian' an' sea in an ottah 
mower beely — one ob dem ar debble wagons, yo' know. Less see, dat am 
how many? 

Mr. C. Six. 



6 Taking the Census 



Mrs. J. Nex' am de triplets, Pollyanna, Susieauna and Roxieanna, dey 
am at school jes' now, an' Birdena Philopena Maud, she am at school, too, 
an' dis yere pickaninny Alexandah Xerxes Napoleon Washin'ton, who am 
at 1mm, caze he been a habin' de measles, an' I don' wan' him to study 
ontwell Ise shuah his eyes are strong 'miff. Teaehahs am drefful hahd on 
chillun's eyes. Now don' yo' go a-axiu' how old all dem chillunses is, 
caze I dunno. 

Mr. C. Have you any property? 
Mrs. J. Is yo' all a tax-e'lectah? 
Mr. C. No. 

Mrs. J. Den it's none ob yo' bus'ness, an' Ise tiah'd ob ans'in' yo' foolish 

questions so yo' c'n jes' take yo' foot in yo' han' and go 'long.. 

Mr. C. But my dear — 

Mrs. J. Don' yo' try to flirt wid me, you pasty-faced white man. 

Mr. C. I have no such intentions, but — 

Mrs. J. Den yo' was in earnest when yo' called me yo' deah? Yo' a- 

huntin' fo' a wife? 

Mr. C. No indeed, madam. 

Mrs. J. Yo' mahied? 

Mr. C. No, but— 

Mrs. J. Den it all right, deah. 1 axcep' yo'! Yo' is shuah a fine lookin' 

man, an' Ise proud to be yo' wife. 

Mr. C. But my dear madam — 

Mrs. J. Dat's so, Ise yo' deah, an' yo's mah honey. Let me hug yo' 

once. 

Mr. C. (Rising precipitately.) I must be going. 

Mrs. J. Don' yo' hurry, honey boy. I wants ter ax yo' some questions 
now. I'll sit in yo' lap while I does it. 

Mr. C. (Going hastily out.) Excuse me, I see some one I must speak to. 

Mrs. J. (Laughing heartily.; Ha, ha, ha! Did yo' see me get rid ob 
dat fella wid his fool questions, Alexandah? Ho, ho, ho! As if I'd take a 
washed out white man in yo' deah daddy's shoes. Ho, ho, ho! He fought 
I was a-gwine ter kiss him! Run give him his book, sonny; he cleau furgot 
it. Ho, ho, ho! Dat's de way to get rid ob de Senses mans! He done 
made tracks libely when he fought I want him. Dat's de besses joke dis 
yeah. I mus' go tell Ca'liny Jackson, fo' he gets to her house a-axin' 
questions an' peekin' into her pribate 'fairs. Ho, ho, ho! But dat war a 
good one on de Senses man! (Goes out, laughing.) 




Best Entertainments for Any Time. 

Dialogs and Plays. 

A CORNER IN HEARTS. By Edna Randolph Worrell. Parlor play for 4 young men 
and 1 lady, or 5 men. Very amusing. All the lovers propose to the same girL Rich 
humor ; pleasing situations. Excellent for any time. 25 minutes. 15 cents. 

A DAY AT HAPPY HOLLOW SCHOOL. By Lettie Cook VanDerveer. 
A new play of the "Deestriek Skule" type. Up-to-date wit and clever 
drolleries. A city automobile party in contrast with rural youngsters. Lots 
of fun, Songs, etc., may be introduced. A capital play to make money 
for church or school. 25 cents. 

A GOOSE AND S03IE GEESE. By Eleanor Stinchcomb. A Jolly Mother 
Goose play with a very pointed climax. For 5 girls and 7 boys. Time, 
15 minutes. 15 cents. 

A HALLOWE'EN ADVENTURE. A lively play, by Effie Louise Koogle. 
Full of ghostly excitement and spooky frolic. Specially suited for social 
(Occasions. 8 males and 8 females, or more. 3 scenes. 1 hour 15 cents 
A LITTLE HEROINE OF THE REVOLUTION. A play for all ages' 
By Elizabeth F. Guptill. A little girl is sent ostensibly to play with a 
friend, but really to carry a message to General Marion. She is captured by the British. 
but by her cleverness deceives them, and reaches her destination. Full of historic interest. 
10 males. 5 fem ales. More boys may be added as soldiers, if desired. 25 cents. 

-> AL 31ARTIN'S COUNTRY STORE. A burlesque for from 15 to 30 par- 
ticipants, by Archibald Humboldt and Martelle Everett. Unsurpassed for 
merriment, taking qualities and ease of production. A country store with 
all its peculiar environments is depicted. The loafers, the small cus- 
tomers, the gossipers, the lovers, the innocent fun makers, all have parts. 
There is a graceful plot that gathers interest as the play proceeds and 
culminates in a brilliant climax. Unquestionably the greatest success as a 
popular entertainment. 25 cents 

CONTEST OF THE NATIONS, THE. A spectacular play or cantata, 
by Elizabeth F. Guptill. The Goddess of Liberty and 12 nations compete 
for the laurel crown. It embraces a fine march ; splendid songs by Archi- 
bald Humboldt. Very effective. 13 ladies. 25 cents. 
CABBAGE HILL SCHOOL. A humorous play for children or young 
people, by Elizabeth F. Guptill. Presents the trials of a new "skewl- 
marm" on the opening day, and the performances of the pupils in the 
presence of august visitors on closing day. A veritable mirth-provoker. 
Full of the richest humor. 10 males. 16 female characters (or less) 25c 
CROWNING THE MAY QUEEN. A spectacular play by Elizabeth F. 
Guptill. Children go Maying, select and crown a queen, wind the Maypole, 
and have a merry time. The frolic is quickly changed to great excitement by 
the appearance of a gypsy, who attempts to abduct them. A very clever 
plot and a happy arrangement. 9 boys and 8 girls, or 17 girls. 25 cents. 
CUPID'S JOKE. A charming little drama in which Cupid plays an 
Important part. A splendid society play for St. Valentine's Day, or any 
tocial occasion. 5 male and 5 female characters, and Cupid. 3 scenes, 
45 minutes. By Effie Louise Koogle. 15 cents. 





DIALOGS FOR ANY TIME, ORIGINAL. By Elizabeth F. Guptill Interesting and 
amusing. May be given in any room with very few property requirements, by primary and 
intermediate grades. The author's name is a guarantee of their excellence. They are 
witty, spicy and lively. 25 cents. 

DISPELLING OF BIG JIM, THE. A negro farce in one act. by Sterling C. Brewer. 
Decidedly humorous. Big Jim is being tried by the officials of Big Bethel Church for 
Bome misdemeanor. The trial is full of interesting occurrences and culminates in an exciting 
event. Full of darky humor. 8 male characters. 30 minutes. 15 cents. 

DOCTOR AND PATIENT. By John M. Drake. 2 male characters. Very funny. 5c. 

DOIG'S EXCELLENT DIALOGS. By Agnes M. Doig. Contains four excellent dialogs 
fnr the primary grades. "Keeping Store," 3 girls, 1 boy. "Guessing," 3 girls, 9- boys. 
'"Playing School," 4 boys, 4 girls. "Christmas Eve," 3 girls, 2 boys. 10 cents. 

DOLL DIALOG. This is a very instructive dialog for 4 little girls. 5 cents. 

DOLLY SHOW, THE. A dialog in rhvme for 7 little girls and 2 boys. The girls have 
a baby show with their dollies, and each "mother" shows her baby off to the best advantage. 
The judge is unusually wise, awarding the prize to the satisfaction of each one. The sayings 
cf the little ones are cute, and the whole performance a great success. 15 cents. 

DOLLS' SYMPOSIUM, THE. A most unique and captivating play, by Elizabeth 



F. Guptill. It combines spicy dialog, fascinating drills, clever 
burlesque, entrancing songs and cunning antics. Children imper- 
sonate the dolls and do the most amusing stunts. Unequaled as a 
surprising fun maker. For any number from 16 to 50. One-half 
to one and one-half hours, as desired. 25 cents. 

GOING TO MEET AUNT HATTIE. A dialog by Mrs. Hunt. For 
1 male and 3 female characters. 5 cents. 

THE GOLDEN GOBLET. An exceedingly clever farce, with female 
cast, for Bachelor Girls' and Women's Clubs. Sororities, etc., by Louise 
Rand Bascom, author of "The Masonic Ring." Uproariously funny with 
absurd situations and comical elaborations. A "hit" for any occasion. 
Easv to produce. Any number of characters, but 12 refluired. 1 hr. 35c. 

HEIR OF MT. VERNON, THE. A Colonial Society Play for any 
occasion, in which Washington's social life, sterling manhood and cour- 
teous manners are portrayed. In one scene Christmas is celebrated in 
rare plantation style. Lively with old plantation melodies and pranks. 
By Effie Louise Koogle. For grammar grades or adults. 4 scenes, 8 boya 
dad 8 girls, or more will be better. 1 to 2 hours. 25 cents. 

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locutor, with equally unique personalities as End Men, endow them with a program flashing 
with fun, brilliant with beauty, enlivening with song and teeming with specialties, and you 
bave a scream of delight from start to finish. The most novel novelty of the age. 25 cents. 

THE CRIMSON AND THE BLUE. 

By Edith Palmer Painton. A class play in four acts and an epilog. 6 males, 6 females. 
We have prevailed upon the author to allow us to publish this remarkably successful com- 
mencement play, which has been leased in manuscript for several years, and which always 
ecores a brilliant success. It is the highest type commencement play. Acting rights free 
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By Louise Rand Bascom. 4 males, 5 females. This accomplished author has done nothing 
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and the opportunities are immense. Clean, wholesome, elegant. Strongly recommended. 25c. 

THE CHARITY PUPIL. 

By Misses Rice and Clark. 14 females. A boarding school episode lively with vivacious 
pranks and interesting situations. The plot is strong, and culminates in. a happy surprise. 
Stunts and specialties introduced. A splendid class play. 25 cents. 

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A capital collection of the spiciest comic dialogs, comedies and farces by the best known 
writers in America. These plays are short, strong, pithy and witty, easy to give, and require 
only from two to sis characters. Just right for schools. 30 cents. 

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The cleverest humor of modern times. Monologs, readings and recitations, portraying the 
funny side of present-day notions and doings. Fresh, crisp, snappy. For all ages. 25 cents. 

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These eccentric folk visit the school, producing no end of fun. 5 cents. 
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"BEAT IT!" By Willis N. Bugbee. 3 males, 1 female. A scolding wife makes trouble for 

everybody, the parson included. Oceans of fun. 5 cents. 
THE BUGTOWN BAND. By Archibald Humboldt. 4 males, 1 female. More fun than 

you can imagine, and a little music which anybody can make. 5 cents. 
THE BUZZVILLE NEWS. By Eflie Louise Koogle. 2 males, 1 female. A breezy con- 
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BETTY AND BETSY. By Willis N. Bugbee. 2 males, 2 females. Betsy was advertised 

for sale, but he wanted Betty. Bright and pretty. 5 cents. 
DOT ENTERTAINS. By Elizabeth F. Guptill. 1 male, 1 female. Dot entertains her big 

sister's beau, and the things she tells him are a plenty. A big success 5 cents. 
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The lunatic is mistaken for the brain specialist, which is hard on the lunatic. Great. 5c. 
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servant problem. The characters are strongly contrasted. Easy, but effective. 5 cents. 
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school life, showing the amateur teacher's trials. Funny and well suited for schools. 5c. 
ONE ON THE AGENT. By Louise Rand Bascom. 1 male, 1 female. A clever skit, 

bright with telling repartee. Recommended for all occasions. 5 cents. 
THE "PHYSICAL TORTURE" CLUB. By Willis N. Bugbee. 2 m. 2 f. Physical culture 

exercises for which Ma is too stout and Pa is too rheumatic. Jxillingly funny.- 5 cents. 
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Koons" are killing. The jolliest minstrel show ever. A deluge of drollery. 5 cents. 
THE SQUASHVILLE FIRE BRIGADE. By Willis N. Bugbee. 3 males, 2 females, and 

other firemen, if desired. A brisk and snappy little dialog. Easy and clever. 5 cents. 
"SCAT!" By Louise Rand Bascom. 1 male, 1 female. Cunning attempt of an old maid to 

prove her youth. Very laughable. 5 cents. 
SEEING THE ANIMALS. By Clara J. Denton. 1 male. 2 females. A swell hotel clerk, 

a suffragette, and a spoiled child make a livelv time. A hit. 5 cents. 
THE STUPID WITNESS. 3 males. The lawyer and witness lock horns and have an 

awful time, but it's fun for the audience. Swift and keen. 5 cents. 
THE TRAIN LEAVES IN TEN MINUTES. By Louise Rand Bascom. 1 male, 2 females. 

Will they catch the train? The awful suspense is punctured by fun and wit. 5 cents. 
WANTED: A LICENSE TO WED. By Elizabeth F. Guptill. 2 males, 1 female. Humor- 
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]ist of characters may be extended ad. lib. to meet local conditions. 

A fine entertainment for a class of women or girls. Ladies' Aid, Christian Endeavor and 
Epworth League Societies, etc. Price. 25 cents per copy. 

LOVE FINOS THE WAY, or Tho Detective That Father Hired. Music by Chas. II. 
Gabriel. Words by Rev. Wm. Danforth, author of "The Old District School." etc. A 
highly amusing farcical song-skit, with four characters: A Determined Young Lover, 
an Irate Father, a Daughter with a Will of Her Own, and an Aiding and Abetting Mother- 
parts: tenor, basso, soprano and alto. 

This composition consists of singing and dialog for each part and will serve to enliven any 
entertainment. The music is moderately easy, melodious and should be available in 
practically all communities. This work consists of some 12 pages in sheet music form. 
The story is as follows: A father, who objects to his daughter having a beau, believing that she is planning to elope 
with an unknown young man, advertises for a detective to ferret the matter out. The young lover answers the ad- 
vertisement, and tue father hires him to detect the culprit, promising to pay hira "anything within reason." When 
the young lover's true identity is disclosed, he demands as his reward, for having detected himself, the hand of the 
daughter. The irate father objects. The daughter eventually -convinces him that true love was the real detective in 
the case, and the parental consent is given. Price. $1.50: 50 per cent discount. 

THE OLD DISTRICT SCHOOL. A farce In two acts (new version). Book by Wm. Danforth. Music arr. by Geo. F. 
Fosche. This is a burlesque on the district school of 100 years ago. Ezekiel Simpkins, the teacher, is the central char- 
acter. His costume is a tight Prince Albert coat, with brass buttons, or a worn and faded "claw-hammer" coat, colored 
vest cut low; stock collar, with large black tie; trousers, "high-water," with a patch of other color on one knee; well- 
worn shoes. Bald gray wig and "side" whiskers. The costumes of the pupils are in keeping with those of the teacher. 
The characters all read their lines from the book, so that there is yery little to be memorized and for this reason this 
work can be prepared in a very short time. Price, postpaid. 50 cents per copy. 

THE CHAPERON. A humorous Operetta in three Acts. Libretto by Wm. Danforth. Music by Geo. F. Roseha. 
"The Chaperon" is a humorous operetta designed for church choir and young people's societies. It will be found avail- 
able in all communities in which seven young men and seven young ladies who sing can be found. The music is bright, 
tuneful, easy to learn and easy to remember. The dialogue is witty, clean, wholesome and entertaining. Price, post- 
paid, 60 cents per copy. 

THE VISION OF HENSEL. An evening with the old songs. The old songs of child- 
hood, youth, love, war and home. Libretto by Elian N. Wood. There is no friend like 
an old friend and after all there are no songs we love quite so much as the old ones. 
This cantata furnishes a beautiful medium for the introduction of the old songs which 
we all know and love. There is just enough libretto to the work to form a continuous 
chain of thought throughout, and we know of no cantata that will afford such a pleasing 
entertainment at such a small expenditure of labor. The book is well worth its price if 
only to secure this fine collection of old home songs. Full of sentiment, humor and 
pathos and decidedly new and fresh in construction. Price, 30cents per copy, postpaid; 
S3. 00 per dozen, not prepaid; add 3 cents per copy for postage. 






THE SPINSTERS' CLUB. A humorous operetta In two acts. Libretto by Harriet D, 
Castle. Music by Geo. F. Rosche. "The Spinsters* Club" Is a humorous operetta 
designed for church choirs and young people's societies. It will be found available in 
all communities in which a church choir is found. The music is bright, tuneful, and 
yet easy to learn and memorize. The dialogue is witty, pleasing and entertaining, 
^-ice, postpaid 60 cents per copy. 




A returnable sample copy of any of the above mailed on receipt of 3 cents for postage; to be 
returned postpaid or paid for in Thirty days. 



ILLUSTRATED PANTOMIMED HYMNS 

NEARER MY GOD TO THEE. Posed under the direction of Eleanor H. Denig. This is a particularly fine produc- 
tion and lends itself admirably for a twelve-minute addition to an evening's entertainment in the church or hall. Tho 
instructions are very clear so that this pantomime may be prepared by anyone with ordinary talent or ability. The 
fourteen full figure halftone illustrations will be found an excellent help. 

The music is very complete. The regular hymn tune Is printed for mixed voices; also an original quartet for voices of 
women and an original setting for voices of men and an original duet for soprano and alto by J. S. Fearis, thus furnish- 
ing a variety of music found in no other publication of this sort. Price. 40 cents postpaid. Not sent on examination." 

IT CAME UPON THE MIDNIGHT CLEAR. Posed under the direction of Eleanor H. Denig. This pantomime will 
bo particuarly interesting during the winter season for a twelve-minute addition to church or other entertainment*. 
The directions are very elaborate, enabling any person to prepare the same successfully. The music is very complete, 
consisting of a hymn tune for mixed voices; an original setting for voices of both women and men: also a very fine duet 
soprano and alto; tho latter by Ghaa. H. Gabriel. Prioe, 40 cents per copy postpaid. "Net sent cm examination.'* 



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The School at Mud Hollow. A burlesque in two pans, u » 

Females. Time about 2 hours. Price 35 cents. 

PART I. In which is portrayed the difficulties encountered by Miss Arabella 
Pinkham, who has come to "Mud Hollow" to assume the responsible 
duties of "Teacher" in the school. In selecting "Mud Hollow" she seeks a 
change from the city life she is accustomed to, and finds plenty of it in the 
manners, customs and dialect of the pupils. From start to finish there is 
nothing but fun. 

PART II. Which represents the last day at the school, when the proud 
parents are present to listen to the final examination of the class by the 
Supervisor and enjoy the program which is rendered by the pupils. Part 
II. offers an opportunity for about 60 minutes of the finest fun possible. 
"The School at Mud Hollow" may be given in one evening, but for those 
who would prefer to make two evenings of it, or to give only one part, we 

offer the same work announced below under the title of "The New Teacher at Mud Hollow 

School" and "The Last Day at Mud Hollow School" either of which can be given as a 

complete entertainment without regard to the other one. 

The New Teacher at Mud Hollow School. Being Part I. of THE SCHOOL AT MUD HOLLOW. 

6 Males and 14 Females. Time about 1 hour. Price 25 cents. 

The Last Day at Mud Hollow School. Being Part II. of THE SCHOOL AT MUD HOLLOW. 

8 Males and 19 Females. Time about 1 hour. Price 25 cents. 

Santa's Rescue 

Two mysterious pieces of paper fall into the hands of the children, one 
being found by the BOYS and one by the GIRLS. The meaning of the in- 
scription on each remains a mystery until it is discerned that by placing 
the papers together they have the message that the "Old Witch" of the 
North has captured "Santa" and holds him in an ice prison at the North Pole. 
Of course there could be no "Merry Christmas" without their "patron saint", 
so guided by the "Fairy Godmother" they start for the North Pole to rescue 
him. The "Old Witch" endeavors to block the rescuers* way by the as- 
sistance of "Old Zero" and the "Snow Fairies" but when they learn that 
the snow drifts they are piling up are to aid in keeping "Santa" from his 
usual Christmas activities they get the "Sunbeam Fairies" to come to their 
aid and melt the snow, while they bind with a frozen cord the "Old Witch," 
who is found indulging in a nap which she takes only once every hundred years. 
Witch" powerless and in their control the Rescue of Santa is an easy matter. 
Tho' belated somewhat by his enforced stay at the North Pole, the children are glad to become 
his "aides" in spreading a "Merry Christmas" through all the world. This is a very clever plot, 
well worked out, and will make a decided hit for the Christmas season. 4 Boys and 5 Girls with 
any number of Fairies. Time about 1 hour. Price 25 cents. 





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Taking the Census. Mr. Cole, the Census Taker, has a funny experience 
in an attempt to gather the facts required by the government from Mrs. 
Almira Johnson, a "cullud lady," and her young son Alexander. Three 
characters only. Time about 10 minutes. Price 10 cents. 

Answering the Phone. Mrs. Courtney and her daughter have a most try- 
ing experience with Nora Flanagan, the new "hired girl," who in their 
absence attempts to carry out the instructions given with special reference 
to "answering the phone." The final situation in which Nora makes a date 
with Miss Courtney's "intended" is ridiculous in the extreme. 3 females. 
Time about 15 minutes. Price 10 cents. 

The Twins and How They Entertained the New Minister. They have a 

delightful time telling family secrets to the "New Minister," who has 

called for the first time. They explain the necessity of seeing their mother 

to find out from her if she is "In." for so often she is "Out" when she is "In" and "In" when she 

is "Out" 2 Males and 1 Female. Time about 15 minutes. Price 10 cents. 

NO ENTERTAINMENTS SENT "ON EXAMINATION" 



